Sony TF1 vs Sony W690
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Sony TF1 vs Sony W690 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Introduced June 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 142g - 94 x 56 x 22mm
- Launched February 2012
Sony TF1 vs Sony W690 Overview
Below is a in-depth analysis of the Sony TF1 and Sony W690, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Sony. The sensor resolution of the TF1 (16MP) and the W690 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TF1 was revealed 16 months later than the W690 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the TF1 matches up against the W690 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Sony TF1 vs Sony W690 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690. The full galleries are available at Sony TF1 Gallery & Sony W690 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Sony W690
TF1 | W690 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | February 2012 | More recent by 16 months | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W690 over the Sony TF1
W690 | TF1 | |||
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Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Sony TF1 and Sony W690
TF1 | W690 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Sony TF1 vs Sony W690 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Sony TF1 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony W690 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).
See the Sony TF1 and Sony W690 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the TF1 versus the W690.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TF1 and W690 is 94 and 95 respectively.
Sony TF1 vs Sony W690 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TF1 and W690.
Clearly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels therefore you can expect comparable quality of files although you will need to consider the age of the cameras into account. The newer TF1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Sony TF1 vs Sony W690 Specifications
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Sony | Sony |
Model type | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W690 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2013-06-21 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.6-4.7 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD display | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 2 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.90 m | 3.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 152g (0.34 pounds) | 142g (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 94 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 shots | 220 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-BN | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $266 | $297 |